Air fryer chicken drumsticks that come out crispy and juicy in a short time with the air fryer. A special rub with a mix of brown sugar and spices for the perfect balance.
If you’re on the hunt for a mouthwatering chicken drumsticks that are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this can be done with the air fryer. With air fryer chicken drumsticks you can easily achieve perfectly cooked drumsticks that are both tender and packed with flavor.
By using an air fryer instead of traditional frying methods, you’ll cut down on the amount of oil used while still achieving that irresistible crispy texture. Plus, the air fryer ensures that the chicken drumsticks are cooked evenly, resulting in juicy meat that is sure to impress.
Plus, I include the ingredients to my special brown sugar rub that has a sweetness with a little heat that makes putting the chicken down difficult. So grab your air fryer, gather your ingredients, and get ready to enjoy the best air fryer chicken drumsticks you’ve ever tasted.
How To Make Air fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients needed
- Chicken drumsticks
- Seasoning (listed below)
Making the chicken drumsticks in the air fryer
- Pat the drumsticks dry with a paper towel. Then, rub oil around the drumsticks then sprinkle the seasoning mix heavily around each drumstick. You can only cover about 4-5 drumsticks with the measurements provided for the seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375F.
- When the air fryer is ready add the drumsticks and do not stack or crowd them. They should have at least an inch between each one.
- Air fry for 18-20 minutes but this will vary with the size of the drumsticks. Turn them halfway through the cook.
- Once finished allowing them to cool a bit before serving.
Quick recipes to serve with your chicken drumsticks
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Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients
- 5 chicken drumsticks
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Pat the drumsticks dry with a paper towel. Then, rub oil around the drumsticks then sprinkle the seasoning mix heavily around each drumstick. You can only cover about 4-5 drumsticks with the measurements provided for the seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375℉.
- When the air fryer is ready add the drumsticks and do not stack or crowd them. They should have at least an inch between each one.
- Air fry for 18-20 minutes but this will vary with the size of the drumsticks. Turn them halfway through the cook.
- Once finished allowing them to cool a bit before serving.